The Newtonite

Preview: 'Coastal Disturbances' to exhibit unique set

The Newtonite • November 26, 2012

by Leah Budson One might wonder what giant bags of sand are doing in the middle of the little theatre.

Artist of the Month: Junior discovers interest in acting

The Newtonite • November 9, 2012

by Leah Budson Junior Ezra Dulit-Greenberg has enjoyed acting ever since his mom suggested he act in a show at the Cabot After-School program, he said.

Review: 'Rumors' features humorous acting

The Newtonite • November 1, 2012

by Peter Diamond Doors slam, gossip spreads and an impressive ensemble creates a comedic masterpiece in Neil Simon’s “Rumors,” directed by Spanish teacher Daniel Fabrizio, which goes up tonight through Saturday night at 7:30 in the auditorium.

Preview: Farcical comedy 'Rumors' to go up

The Newtonite • October 20, 2012

by Peter Diamond Directed by Spanish teacher Daniel Fabrizio, “Rumors,” a farce by Neil Simon, goes up Thursday, Nov. 1 through Saturday, Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Artist of the Month: Senior excels in painting, theatre design

The Newtonite • October 12, 2012

by Peter Diamond “I cannot remember a time when I wasn't doing art,” said senior Amalia Sweet, who has explored many parts of the fine and performing arts department. “Somewhere along the line I must have picked up a crayon, and I guess I never put it down.”

Preview: Theatre Ink prepares current season

The Newtonite • September 21, 2012

by Leah Budson and Peter Diamond Theatre Ink is currently preparing for its upcoming season, which features full-length plays, variety shows and a musical.

Review: 'Playwrights' exhibits student creativity

The Newtonite • June 8, 2012

by Leah Budson “Playwrights’ Festival” exhibits talent and impressive acting through nine ten-minute student-written plays.

Artist of the Month: Senior wins Lasker Award

The Newtonite • May 30, 2012

by Leah Budson “The Henry Lasker Award goes to a student who is a fantastic musician, but more importantly, it goes to a student who has embodied the total picture of what it means to be a musician. This year, we are very proud, as a music department, to honor Emily Paley,” said fine and performing arts department head Todd Young at Pops Night Thursday, May 17.

Preview: 'Improv Jam' open to all who want to participate

The Newtonite • April 10, 2012

by Leah Budson Improvisation gives someone the ability “to be whatever he or she wants” because the acting is not scripted, said junior Nick Rodriguez, who will be directing “Improv Jam.”

Review: Spontaneous Generation improvises comedic performance

The Newtonite • March 29, 2012

by Peter Diamond Eleven actors created impromptu comedy for a live audience last night at 7:30 p.m. in the little theatre.

Comedians prepare for improvisation show

The Newtonite • March 19, 2012

by Peter Diamond This school’s annual improvisational comedy show, “Spontaneous Generation,” will run Wednesday, March 28 through Saturday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. in the little theatre.

Artist of the month: Sophomore takes advantage of Theatre Ink opportunities

The Newtonite • March 15, 2012

by Leah Budson Many actors dream of directing a show. By the end of this year, sophomore Kelsey Fox will have already directed two ten-minute plays for Playwrights’ Festival and co-directed two Theatre Ink productions in addition to acting in seven shows.